Tower of the Americas built for HemisFair ’68 From Express-News archives January 22, 2018 Updated: January 22, 2018 9:13pm Photo: Courtesy UTSA Special Collections Image 1of/37 CaptionClose Image 1 of 37 HemisFair 1968, with the monorail, sky ride and Tower of the Americas in the background. HemisFair 1968, with the monorail, sky ride and Tower of the Americas in the background. Photo: Courtesy UTSA Special Collections Image 2 of 37 This file photo shows the Tower of the Americas as it appeared shortly after the 'tophouse' was hoisted into place at the top of its concrete shaft, in early 1968. By most accounts, construction of the tower posed the biggest challenge for developers of the World's Fair, better known as HemisFair '68. less This file photo shows the Tower of the Americas as it appeared shortly after the 'tophouse' was … [Read more...] about Tower of the Americas built for HemisFair ’68

UPDATE: Lansing police release surveillance photos of robbery suspects LANSING — A 24-year-old clerk was shot in the leg Sunday night during a robbery at a Family Dollar store, police said.The shooting may be linked to another armed robbery earlier in the night at a Munster Burger King, Lansing police said.Lansing police were dispatched about 9:50 p.m. to the Family Dollar at 17829 Burnham Ave. after three men robbed the business and shot the clerk.Police said the suspects were described as three males wearing dark clothing. The three men entered the store about 10 minutes before closing and demanded money from the clerk. One of the men fired a gun at the clerk, and an undisclosed amount of money was taken before the three men fled through a parking lot, police said.In a statement released at 9:17 p.m. Monday night, Lansing police said the clerk, who reportedly suffered a gunshot wound to the leg, was transported to a local hospital. Police said the clerk underwent surgery and … [Read more...] about 5 stories you need to know today: Lansing police release surveillance photos of robbery suspects. Continued erosion causes observation deck at Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk to collapse.

New Year's Eve party goers watch the fireworks outside the Venetian hotel-casino on the Strip on Saturday, Dec. 31, 2016, in Las Vegas. (Benjamin Hager/Las Vegas Review-Journal) Aria Lil Jon headlines at Jewel Nightclub’s party, doors open at 9 p.m., tickets start at $50 for women and $75 for men, includes open bar 9-11 p.m.; table packages are available. Alibi Ultra Lounge features DJ G-Squared, 9 p.m.-5 a.m., free admission. newyearsevelasvegas.com Bellagio Bruno Mars will host and lead the countdown at Bank Nightclub’s NYE party, doors open at 10:30 p.m., general admission with hosted open bar 9 p.m.-midnight is $100 for women and $150 for men; table packages are available. Hyde Bellagio transforms into a secret garden for its “Countdown by the Lake” party at 9 p.m. with DJ Hollywood and Champagne toast, general-admission tickets start at $50; tickets start at $75 for hosted bar 9-11:30 p.m. Lily Bar & Lounge features a set by DJ Guy Williams, … [Read more...] about 23 New Years Eve parties on the Las Vegas Strip

At the South Rim of the Grand Canyon, you can take a short walk to a stunning overlook or an overnight trip to Phantom Ranch.You can explore a Native American pueblo, listen to a ranger presentation or learn about the historical buildings that line the rim.Your options are only limited by the amount of time you have to spend.This easy, 2-mile roundtrip hike is perfect for those who don't have time for a lengthy walk or drive. Although the picnic area at the point is often reserved during the height of the tourist season, roughly mid-May through mid-October, during the off-season day hikers can enjoy the short trek and eye-popping views of the area. Use of the picnic facilities, however, is not permitted during the off-season. About a mile east of the turnoff to Yaki Point, you'll find a small parking area on the north side of Desert View Drive.The hike is along a well-graded dirt road, normally blocked by a locked gate. In the winter, there's sometimes enough snow for visitors to ski … [Read more...] about Best things to do in the Grand Canyon